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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1905
Page
4
A compact roundup includes census urgency for Bluefield population, remarks on Kipling and neutrality, peace talk in Newport, and political notes. Senator Mitchell’s court trial casts doubt on public office ethics. Cuba’s $100,000 aid to Gomes noted amid health and leadership concerns. Greece’s premier assassination condemned, Kytennva proposed for new state name, and tax collection gains shown by City Treasurer Peters.
An effort seeks a county court grant of a saloon license on Crane and Widewouth Creeks. Leaders in Rock district had exacted a promise from the Republican candidate and allies that no licenses would be granted there, a pledge used in the campaign. Now some backers urge the court to grant despite the pledge, claiming relief for Commissioner 8. M.
The county court is willing to serve the people but insists the promise given must be kept. Those who asked for it cannot relieve those who made it, even if grounds for misgiving exist.
It is probable that efforts will be made to persuade bankers in various cities and towns to observe the Saturday half holiday. The association began twelve years ago with thirty to forty members and now lists about two hundred, with new members continually joining as the value of the work is recognized across West Virginia.
A text explains how idioms reflect workplace jargon and social terms. It presents examples such as fired hit by the iron ball lofted and let out from the payroll to illustrate how language reveals status changes and personal outcomes.
State Bankers Association convenes in Fairmont with two key issues. A recall system in Bluefield's charter prompts debate on removing elected officials with petition backed by voters. Also planned is uniform negotiable instrument laws across states and adoption of a state money order system.
The piece denounces stomach woes among the rich and poor, arguing dyspepsia is widespread. It touts Green’s August Flower as a long trusted house remedy that stimulates the liver, increases appetite, aids digestion, and revitalizes the body regardless of station. Trial size 25c, regular size available at Crockett and Goodykoontz.
Rev. Dr. Lyman Abbott urges municipal ownership of all industries that are inherently monopolies and critiques three government theories. He favors a cooperative state organism acting for all, endorsing broader public ownership over private loss and corruption, and argues for transportation reform via citizen unity.
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